Grilled Sardines

Clean the sardines by rinsing them under cold water and removing any loose scales. You can leave the heads and guts intact or remove them based on preference.

Pat the sardines dry and season them generously with sea salt. Drizzle with olive oil.

Prepare a charcoal or wood fire until you have a bed of hot embers. Lightly oil the grill grate to prevent sticking.

Place the sardines directly on the hot grill. Grill for 2–4 minutes on each side, depending on their size, until the skin is crisp and golden.

While grilling, use the rosemary sprig dipped in olive oil to baste the fish and add aroma.

Serve immediately with lemon wedges and crusty bread.

Now you’ve made Grilled Sardines the Istrian way — rustic, smoky, and bursting with seaside flavor. Perfect for a warm summer evening with a glass of local wine.

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